Get Out the Vote: Election Day Food & Drink Specials Around Los Angeles

As November 6th rolls up, we’re reminded, again and again, that the best reason to vote is to realize our civic duty. We, as a society, have been preparing for next Tuesday for a long time (Californians, with all our propositions, you know what I’m talking about). Decisions will be made as a collective whether or not we decide to personally participate, so why not embrace it?

Whether you take-away a savory dinner to enjoy at home or await the returns in camaraderie at one of the viewing parties, your “I Voted” sticker will score some points with your taste buds and your wallet anywhere around town. If you voted absentee, perhaps you’ll want to carry your stub or some other proof with you so you can make your case. Check below for a deal near you:

Tavern (Brentwood) – Election Day

Suzanne Goin & Caroline Styne’s destination restaurant in Brentwood (who have recently made Gavin Mills, formerly of Wood & Vine, Chef de Cuisine) invites you to a night of election return watching on the flat screen TVs in the Blue Room. While the happy hour from 3 – 7 PM stands, all guests wearing an “I Voted” sticker receive Happy Hour pricing from 7 PM to closing at the bar.

The patriotic on the Westside may appreciate that the marina-overlooking eatery will be throwing a happy hour during their election return viewing party from 4 PM to close. Add to that, the fact that blue curacao isn’t relegated to memories of AMFs at Saddle Ranch, anymore (who? me? never!); it’s back in.

Election-themed cocktails: $6 ea.

Those with an “I Voted” sticker will even get a libation on the house with purchase of another cocktail.

Downtown’s skyscraper-penthouse-Wolfgang Puck flagship will be serving the Rhetoric Remedy (orange vodka, fernet, lemon and champagne float) cocktail from November 1 – 10 for $16. Because the 360-degree view of L.A. is patriotic enough.

The grass-fed, farmer- and environmentally conscientious burger chain is providing incentive by offering a free “½ and ½” combo to (that is, half onion rings, half French fries) to “I Voted” sticker wearers with purchase of any other menu item. Redeem at any location in L.A. or San Diego, though the closest ones to you are probably in Beverly Hills or West Hollywood. You’ll perhaps want to try this season’s (November – December) special grass-fed Bison burger.

Tortilla Republic(West Hollywood) – Election Day

Every guest who comes in to Tortilla Republic during Election Day wearing their “I Voted” sticker will receive a complimentary “Viva La Vote” margarita. Viva La Vote is made with Maestro Dobel tequila, house made blueberry syrup, fresh strawberry and raspberry purée, lime sweet, and blue curaçao. The patio at Tortilla Republic is always a joy, too.

Lexington Social House (Hollywood) – Election Week

Get patriotic by celebrating the “Election with Lexington” via a red, white, and blue “Flag Flight” cocktail special, offered during election week and featuring three cocktail tastings for $18. The cocktails:

Post & Beam’s Tuesday night wine special continues on this night with 50% off select bottles of wine, while supplies last.

Jar (Hancock Park) – Order by Sunday, 11/4; pick up on Election Day (3-7 PM)

Take-away a Suzanne Tracht-cheffed meal to enjoy in the comfort and privacy of your own home while you watch the returns, you surly introverts. For $63, you’ll serve up 2 complete dinners, including 2 sides. This excludes tax & gratuity, and yes, the “no substitutions” phenomenon has now reached your living/dining room.